Infusion & Oncology RN – Chemotherapy Expert

About the Role

The Department of Infusion/Oncology at Miami offers a full‑time Registered Nurse 2 position.

• Assess assigned patients and evaluate plans to include documentation of nursing care. Report symptoms and changes in patients’ condition and vital signs. Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses, conditions and physician orders.
• Review, evaluate and report diagnostic tests to assess patient’s condition.
• Consult with physicians and other healthcare professionals related to assigned patients to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
• Prepare patients for, and assist with examinations, procedures and treatments. Consider patient age and culture during patient treatments and provide any needed information regarding treatment plan. Nurture a compassionate environment by providing psychological support.
• Perform appropriate patient tests and safely administer medications within the scope of practice. Administer and maintain accurate records related to medications and treatments as per regulatory bodies, policies, procedures and physician orders.
• Communicate plan of care in a timely manner to patient and family, as well as the appropriate team members, ensuring compliance with all regulatory guidelines (i.e. HIPAA). Use best practices for transition of patient care.
• Use available resources to assist in discharge planning.
• Plan, prioritize, and adjust assignments to accomplish goals and render superior patient care; seek assistance when needed.
• Adapt to changing work demands and environment. Safely operate medical equipment.
• Serve as a preceptor and assist new staff in the provision of care in order to help them acclimate to the healthcare environment, and a direct patient care role. Provide concise and constructive feedback when needed.
• Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Education: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing, Bachelor’s degree (BSN) required.

Certification and Licensing: Registered Nurse License;
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS);
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). ONS certification required.

Experience: Minimum 2 Years Of Nursing Experience; recent experience in administering chemotherapy and biotherapy agents.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth‑University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading‑edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub‑specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year.

Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status: Full time

Employee Type: Staff